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What will I need to do
to become a Firefighter?
You need to be fit
and healthy with good eye sight and complete the selection
process, which includes fitness and practical tests,
written tests, interview and medical.
Entry Criteria:
•Be over the age of 18 upon completing training school
•Good eyesight and colour perception
•Good medical background
•Of good character
•Have no unspent criminal convictions under the
Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974
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If
I am successful what salary can I expect?
Starting on a trainee rate of
£19,918 rising to £26,548 when fully competent in the
role (it can take 4 years to reach this stage).
Is there a pension
scheme?
Yes. The Fire Brigade offers
an excellent Final Salary Pension arrangement, to which
the Fire Authority also contributes.
How much annual
leave would I be entitled to?
Firefighters have 28 days annual
leave each year. You will also receive a paid holiday
on, or in respect of, public holidays and two extra statutory
holidays.
Are there any
career prospects?
Yes, there are real promotion
prospects. To achieve this you will undertake a test of
your potential to develop into a higher role. If successful
you will attend an Assessment and Development Centre (ADC)
to determine the programme you require in preparation
for your next role. Once completed and competence has
been demonstrated, you will be ready for promotion.
What does the
training involve?
You will receive 12 weeks basic
skills training at Severn Park Training Centre in Avonmouth.
This is known as Phase 1.
After you have acquired these
skills you will be assigned to a station and a watch.
Your development will continue as you apply your newly
acquired skills in the workplace (Phase 2).
During this phase of your development you will be regularly
assessed to ensure you are demonstrating your competence
within your role.
Once you have demonstrated competence in all areas of
your role you will receive full rate of pay for a Firefighter.
You will then move into Phase 3 of your Development Programme
which will ensure you maintain your skills.
What hours will
I be expected to work?
An average working week is
one of 42 hours and limited overtime is payable when appropriate.
Working a shift pattern of 2 day shifts 0900 - 1800, 2
night shifts 1800 - 0900 and 4 days off.
Will I have
to pay for my uniform?
No. The uniform, protective
clothing and personal equipment required for firefighting
duties are provided free of charge.
Is Gloucestershire
Fire and Rescue Service recruiting this year?
We have now closed our application line for wholetime recruitment for this year (2008) and do not intend to be recruiting again for the next few years. When we have further details our web page here will be updated.
Can I get any
further information?
Yes. If you need further information
please contact our Headquarters at Quedgeley, Gloucester
on 01452 753333 or visit the Government's fire web portal Fire Gateway:-
  
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